Overview

TriCord Ranch Foundation held its inaugural event, TriCord Ruck & Run on April 13, 2024 to bring awareness and support to Oklahomans whose lives have been effected by trauma and PTSD. All funds raised at that day go directly to provide life-changing services for military personnel, veterans, first responders, at-risk youth, young first offenders and their families who reside in Oklahoma. Located at Lake Stanley Draper Lake, TriCord Ruck & Run 2024 offered distances of 10K and 5K, and an untimed 1 mile fun ruck/run along Draper Point West Lookout. In addition to the 75 race participants, we had two food trucks and 11 vendors at the event.

What is Rucking?

Rucking is the action of walking or running with weight on your back. Walking with a weighted rucksack (aka backpack) is a low impact exercise based on military training workouts. Rucking is a great balance between the enjoyment of hiking and the fitness benefits of running. Wearing a weighted pack or weighted vest adds resistance, which will help you get fitter and stronger. But you control the pace, which means you can keep going for longer! *Participants will need to bring their own rucks/backpacks with whatever weight is comfortable to you.

New to rucking...how much weight should you use? Suggested weight for people who have never rucked before is 5-10lbs added to your pack. According to GoRuck, adults under 150lbs may use 20-30lbs, adults over 150lbs may use 30-40lbs. As with any other exercise, you should consult your primary care physician prior to starting a new workout regiment.

Course Description

This boot-camp inspired walk/run follows the moderately challenging trail on the west access "road" that borders the edge of Lake Draper. The dirt trail is mostly shaded and travels through a forested area with possible water challenges on parts of the trail depending on weather conditions. Participants are encouraged to wear ruck sacks, but its not a requirement. It takes an average of 1.25 hours to complete the standard 10K run.

Course Map

2024 Schedule of Events

8:00am - Participant Check-in on the day of the race at the tent next to the Start/Finish.

9:00am - 10K starts, rucker's pack inspection starts at 8:45am

9:30am - 5K starts, rucker's pack inspection starts at 9:15am

10:00am - 1 mile Fun Ruck starts

11:30am - Awards announced

1:00pm - Food trucks and booths close. Clean-up and go home

Photography

We had several volunteers providing photography services during the event. Photographs can be viewed on RunSignUp.com.

Awards Policy

All participants received a TriCord Ruck & Run 2024 patch and event T-shirt with registration. We worked with TrailBlazer Design Works of Sacramento to created awesome wooden awards for first place individual and teams in the 5K Ruck, 10K Ruck, 5K Run and 10K Run. Then because we want to make sure everyone knows there effort is appreciated, we also gave award to the 5K Middle Man and 10K Middle Man

Questions?

Please contact us if you have any questions about this event. Info@tricordranch.org or (405) 429-9388.

Save The Date
2nd Annual TriCord Ruck & Run
April 12, 2025

TriCord Ruck & Run 2024

Directions

TriCord Ruck and Run will be held at Draper Point West Lookout Trail, Lake Stanley Draper, Oklahoma City.

From Sooner Road and I-240

Head south on S Sooner Road 1.9 miles to SE 104th St. Turn left of SE 104th St. Drive for 2.4 mi, turn right onto W Stanley Draper Dr. Drive 1.9 miles, then turn left. Parking is available near the lake.

Ruck & Run Policies

Cancellation

Cancellation will only be in the event of extreme circumstances (inclement weather; local, state, or national emergency) and is at the race directors discretion. If, for any reason, the event has to be shut down due to extreme weather, natural disaster, etc… you will be pulled from the course or held at an aid station until you can be removed from the course. Please, no arguing if this should happen. It is for your own safety. If the race has to be cancelled, no refunds will be issued. All participants will be converted to virtual runners and packets will be mailed or pickup options will be available.

Weather Policy

The run will happen as scheduled regardless of temperatures, but if there is a snow or ice storm the week of the event that makes the trail difficult to run, we will do our best to reschedule the event. However if there are things beyond our control we will have to cancel the race. There will not be any refunds.

Ruck & Run 2024 Sponsors and Vendors

1st Phorm

1st Phorm was founded around quality. They design supplements around one concept … make the very best products to help people get the very best results.

Tinker FCU Foundation

Our mission is to support the needs of veterans and first responders by improving their quality of life through home accessibility and development of community resources.

Mayhem Nation

Mayhem Nation is the official store of CrossFit Mayhem located in Cookeville, TN.

REI CO-OP

REI's member owned co-operative, headquartered in Kent, Washington. We believe that it's in the wild, untamed and natural places that we find our best selves, so our purpose is to awaken a lifelong love of the outdoors, for all.

4imprint Promotional Products

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Lotus Power Coaching

Helping women heal and reclaim their power and peace after emotional trauma.

Dragon's Hoard Prints

Dragon's Hoard Prints is an Oklahoma small business that makes unique and unusual 3D printed toys and gifts.

ACTS 29

Serving Oklahoma County since 2022, providing sustainable, eco-friendly solutions to homeowners.

95th Training Division US Army Reserves

The 108th Training Command (Initial Entry Training) is a force planning foundational pillar and strategic readiness sustainer for the U.S. Army Reserve (USAR).

US Naval Reserves

Spreading awareness to Veterans and create a network to flow through for future Veteran connections.

House of Kawasaki

House of Kawasaki is a powersports dealership located in Oklahoma City, OK.

Community Service Council of Tulsa

Supportive Services for Veteran Families

Operation Christmas Train Set Foundation

Our focus has always been to serve children, who have already experienced difficulty in life.

Black Cat Coffee Co

Black Cat Coffee Co. is a coffee truck based in Edmond, OK. We're a local bean roaster and brewer offering espresso, lattes, matcha, lemonades, hot chocolate and so much more. We love strong coffee and rich flavors.

Groovy Mule Taco Truck

Groovy Mule Tacos is a food truck based in Norman, OK. We are a husband-wife duo chasing our dreams while making a difference. We established our little groovy food trailer in 2023. Our food is prepared and cooked daily to ensure our product is hot and fresh with each serving. Our main menu is a New Mexican fusion, while we like to venture out with specials that accommodate our guest's requests as the seasons change throughout the year.

It's Whatever Grill

It's Whatever Grill has breakfast, burgers, sandwiches, wraps and more.

Brasco's Chicken & Waffles

Menu consists of boneless chicken, wings, waffles, and more.

Save The Date 2nd Annual TriCord Ruck & Run April 12, 2025

TriCord Ruck & Run 2024

Directions

Ruck & Run Policies

Ruck & Run 2024 Sponsors and Vendors

Save The Date
2nd Annual TriCord Ruck & Run
April 12, 2025